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World Landmarks Trivia Quiz

A quiz on some of the most famous landmarks in the world.

A multiple-choice quiz by ashalia. Estimated time: 3 mins.

Author
ashalia

Time
3 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
58,503

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Tough

Avg Score
6 / 10

Plays
3452

One at a Time - Single Page - Timed Game

Question 1 of 10

1. In what state is Mesa Verde located? Hint

Idaho

Minnesota

Colorado

Wyoming

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Question 2 of 10

2. Machu Picchu is located in what country? Hint

Ecuador

Argentina

Peru

Columbia

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Question 3 of 10

3. 'Petra' is located in which country? Hint

Israel

Jordan

Lebanon

Syria

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Question 4 of 10

4. In what country is the Azadi Tower located? Hint

Iran

Pakistan

Iraq

Kuwait

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Question 5 of 10

5. Where in the world is the Royal Mile located? Hint

Wales

Scotland

Ireland

Holland

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Question 6 of 10

6. The Tribune Tower is a landmark in which US city, the most populous in Illinois?

Answer: (One Word)

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Question 7 of 10

7. Where is the Melrose Abbey located? Hint

Wales

Scotland

Australia

Italy

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Question 8 of 10

8. Which country do these landmarks come from: CN Tower, Calgary Tower, and Saddledome? Hint

Germany

Russia

Canada

China

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Question 9 of 10

9. Where is the most famous Duomo located? Hint

Greece

Spain

Italy

France

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Question 10 of 10

10. Where is the Oriental Pearl TV Tower located? Hint

Japan

China

Malaysia

Vietnam

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. In what state is Mesa Verde located?

Answer: Colorado

This is an ancient site that was once inhabited by Native Americans.

2. Machu Picchu is located in what country?

Answer: Peru

Machu Picchu was an ancient city in Peru. People do not inhabit this city anymore. Machu Picchu is so high in the mountains that it is hard for people to visit.

3. 'Petra' is located in which country?

Answer: Jordan

This is part of an ancient city in the country of Jordan. The city's name comes from a word that means rock (Petra). The buildings are cut into a wall of rock.

4. In what country is the Azadi Tower located?

Answer: Iran

Azadi means freedom. The Azadi Tower is the most famous monument in Iran. It is located in the west side of the capital city, Tehran. The height of this monument is 58 meters.

5. Where in the world is the Royal Mile located?

Answer: Scotland

The Royal Mile is located in Edinburgh, Scottland. The Royal Mile was the site for the opening of the new Scottish Parliament.

6. The Tribune Tower is a landmark in which US city, the most populous in Illinois?

Answer: Chicago

The Tribune Tower was designated a Chicago landmark on February 1, 1989. The design for this building was the result of an international competition for 'the most beautiful office building in the world,' held in 1922 by the 'Chicago Tribune' newspaper.

There is a Tribune Tower in Oakland, California, as well.

7. Where is the Melrose Abbey located?

Answer: Scotland

It was founded by David I around 1136 as a Cistercian Abbey, but largely destroyed by Richard II's English army in 1385. The remains of the church are from the early 15th century.

8. Which country do these landmarks come from: CN Tower, Calgary Tower, and Saddledome?

Answer: Canada

CN Tower - Toronto, Ontario, Canada Calgary Tower - Calgary, Alberta, Canada Saddledome - Calgary, Alberta, Canada

9. Where is the most famous Duomo located?

Answer: Italy

The Cathedral or Duomo of Florence was designed by Arnolfo di Cambio at the end of the 13th century.

10. Where is the Oriental Pearl TV Tower located?

Answer: China

The Oriental Pearl TV Tower is located in Shanghai, China.

Source: Author ashalia

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